Three ways to save money by renting or purchasing used band instruments

Although many children begin taking music lessons at some point in their lives, a significant number give up playing the instrument within a few years.

Buying a new instrument can be an expensive gamble for parents if they aren't sure of their child's commitment level, which is why renting or purchasing a used instrument may be a better option.

The music instrument rental team at Latta Music Company explains why you should rent or purchase a used musical instrument.

Consider these three reasons to rent or buy a used instrument:

• Costs Less To Get Started: Renting or purchasing a used instrument costs less than buying a brand new one, especially when you consider the cost of expensive instruments like trombones or violins. If you decide to rent an instrument and your child eventually outgrows it, many music stores offer free exchanges for a larger-sized instrument.
  
  
• Saves Money On Repairs & Replacement: If your rental instrument becomes damaged, many rental companies will repair your instrument for a low cost or free of charge. Many music stores offer liability insurance covering the cost of the instrument if it’s lost or stolen.
  
  
• Saves Money if Your Child Loses Interest: If your child decides they are no longer interested in playing the rented instrument, you can simply return it to the music store without worrying about additional expenses. Used instruments can be resold with the possibility of you receiving most of the money back that you paid for it. However, if you purchase a new instrument and resell it, you will lose a greater percentage of its value due to depreciation.
  
  

The music instrument rental team at Latta Music Company offers a huge variety of name-brand instruments available for rent. Give them a call at (334) 793-7638 to speak with a member of the staff to learn more about the band instruments and classes they have available.

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